Acura takes performance to the next level and aims straight at the heart of the enthusiast driver with the addition of a manual transmission model to the TL lineup for the 2010 model year. Along with the luxurious TL and sporty TL SH-AWD, the 2010 TL lineup is the most diverse in the vehicle's history, further broadening its appeal among luxury performance sedan buyers.

The availability of a 6-speed manual transmission for the 2010 TL represents the first time Acura has ever paired its acclaimed Super Handling All-Wheel Drive system with a manual gearbox. In addition, the new close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission is approximately 110 lbs lighter than the Sequential SportShift automatic transmission to further benefit the TL's acceleration, braking and cornering.

For 2010, two distinct versions of Acura's performance luxury sedan are offered: a luxurious 280-horsepower, front-wheel drive TL, and a powerful 305-hp TL paired with Acura's exclusive SH-AWD. Each model is available with an available technology package which adds navigation, extensive electronics and a 10-speaker Acura/ELS Surround premium audio system.

Acura TL buyers can customize their performance luxury sedan with tire and wheel upgrades. For 2010, the standard TL is now available with an 18-inch diameter aluminum wheels with all-season tires, giving the TL a more aggressive, sporty appearance.

Additionally, the TL SH-AWD is available with a 19x8-inch 10-spoke aluminum alloy wheel with summer spec high-performance tires to further add to the sedans performance capabilities.